8.03.2012

Um, remember in that last post I explained how the late-80's/early-90's were a weird time for rap music, as big business figured out there was money to be made from hip-hop culture? Well, um, I guess this video shows that the mid-90's were a weird time too.

This song is from Space Jam, a movie which somehow starred both Bugs Bunny AND Michael Jordan. It is not good. That said, I do kind of like this song. B-Real, Method and Busta all put in respectable efforts considering the blandness of the beat.

Also, I'm willing to bet that this is the only time that Coolio and a member of the Wu appear on the same track.

8.01.2012

OK, so from here on out Wednesdays are all about highlighting the worst in kid-friendly rap. Unfortunately, there's an awful lot to choose from.

Oh my child, have a seat and allow me to tell you about the confusing era known as the late-80's/early-90's. Advertisers had finally figured out that this whole rap thing was maybe more than just a passing fad, and it was time to try to make some $$$$$ off it.

The result: many commercials liks this one.

You know it's going to be a rough ride when the lyrics start with the phrase "I'm" blah-blah-blah "and I'm here to say."

Also: the copywriters couldn't think of a better rap name than Master Rapper?

HIP AND HOP DON'T STOP

(You should always watch/listen to whatever it is I suggest here before you unleash it on your children. My standard of what is "appropriate" for kids might be very different than your own. Read more.)